Inventory Lead Specialist at Alstom

PURPOSE AND MISSION OF THE JOB:

• Responsible for checking Inventory levels, identify gaps and conduct cycle counts; and identifying, researching and solving material count inaccuracies to preserve data integrity. The employee must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and maintain the expected work pace and meet productivity guidelines set by Alstom Ubunye.

KEY NETWORK & LINKS:

• Internal: Line Managers, Warehousing, Testing Technicians (PME), Process and manufacturing Engineering staff, Procurement, Industrial Quality team, other Shift Supervisors, Continuous Improvement, other Testing Operators.
• Ensure the processes associated with maintaining an accurate inventory are being adhered to.
• Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures.
• Perform cycle counts by reviewing documentation and verifying against perpetual stock in inventory.
• Communicate and address concerns and issues.
• Identify and research new procedures and protocols for process improvement; present these to warehouse management.
• Investigate discrepancies and inventory shortages (A3 root cause).
• Monitor inventory to avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus.
• Launch root cause analysis for any discrepancies
• Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met.
• Report to material planners and upper management on stock levels, issues etc.
• Manage and control inventory for new and existing projects.
• Identify any discrepancies or losses with regard to inventory and put preventative controls for inventory inaccuracy (A3 root cause).
• Manage inventory aging and coordinate proper rotation or disposal of obsolete inventory.
• Prepare and maintain reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and discrepancies.
• Analyse how we can reduce and/or maintain low Hard Inventory value.

MAJOR KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Inventory Accuracy in quantity and value
• Cycle counts adherence
• Annual wall to wall stock count

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12
• Supply Chain Diploma or equivalent
• Studying towards a qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics or similar field

KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE /BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• 3 - 5 years administration experience.
• SAP and MS Office Knowledge is mandatory.
• Industrial knowledge, Basic product knowledge and rolling stock manufacturing process.
• Run data analysis and pays close attention to details
• Ability to accurately track inventory and compile inventory reports
• An analytical mind with strong math skills
• Operational Know How (incl. Functional Know How)

Mandatory

Desirable

• Operational effectiveness/Accountability